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As an OB/GYN, it is important to me that my pregnant and nursing patients and those who may become pregnant have all of the information they need to make a good decision about whether or not to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Here’s what we know:
Experts believe so, but they’re working to confirm that.
BRATTLEBORO — After a housekeeper at Thompson House rehabilitation and nursing center tested positive for COVID-19 last week, all other staff members and residents have tested negative for the coronavirus. One resident, whose test was inconclusive, was going to be retested.
Two new antibody treatments have shown promise in keeping high-risk COVID-19 patients out of the hospital.
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MONTPELIER — The state rolled out its COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan on Friday, asking for patience as it prioritizes older Vermonters and those with underlying health conditions.
When federal regulators approved two antibody treatments last month for emergency use in high-risk COVID-19 patients, doctors worried there would not be enough to go around.
TOWNSHEND — The long awaited moment to vaccinate frontline workers has begun.
BRATTLEBORO — Windham County will see the first criminal trial since such trials were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
A total of 26 migrant workers at a large apple orchard in Vermont have tested positive for the coronavirus, state officials said Monday, leading to the biggest one-day increase in cases since June 3 in a state that has consistently had one of the nation’s lowest infection rates.
Experts believe so, but they’re working to confirm that.
BRATTLEBORO — After a housekeeper at Thompson House rehabilitation and nursing center tested positive for COVID-19 last week, all other staff members and residents have tested negative for the coronavirus. One resident, whose test was inconclusive, was going to be retested.
MONTPELIER — Gov. Phil Scott said Thursday that the state of Vermont will investigate to see if police and fire personnel that are on the front lines for medical emergencies can be moved up the list of people expected to get vaccine shots for COVID-19 shortly.
BRATTLEBORO — A housekeeper at Thompson House rehabilitation and nursing center tested positive for COVID-19 on the same day vaccines started to be administered in the facility.
Two new antibody treatments have shown promise in keeping high-risk COVID-19 patients out of the hospital.
When federal regulators approved two antibody treatments last month for emergency use in high-risk COVID-19 patients, doctors worried there would not be enough to go around.
TOWNSHEND — The long awaited moment to vaccinate frontline workers has begun.
MONTPELIER — The COVID-19 vaccines are coming. But they won’t be available to most Vermonters right away, and that’s why residents need to follow the guidelines for preventing spread of the coronavirus, Gov. Phil Scott and other state officials said Friday at the state’s regular pandemic briefing.
Editor's Note: This story was edited at noon on Dec. 11 to add information from Vernon Homes.
MONTPELIER — During his Tuesday morning COVID-19 news conference, Gov. Phil Scott was again critical of President Donald Trump.
BRATTLEBORO — Before the pandemic struck, Vermont had an unemployment rate of between 2 and 3 percent. In April, the unemployment rate jumped to almost 16 percent due to the economic shutdown caused by COVID-19. Since then, the rate has slowly fallen, and in August, the rate was down to 4.8 …
BRATTLEBORO — Windham County will see the first criminal trial since such trials were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
A total of 26 migrant workers at a large apple orchard in Vermont have tested positive for the coronavirus, state officials said Monday, leading to the biggest one-day increase in cases since June 3 in a state that has consistently had one of the nation’s lowest infection rates.
MONTPELIER — A golf tournament at the Mt. Anthony Country Club last month has sparked a small number of COVID-19 cases, state officials said Friday. Dr. Mark Levine, the Vermont commissioner …
MONTPELIER — Gov. Phil Scott has some advice for Vermonters coping with the stress and anxiety of the 2020 political year and the coronavirus pandemic. Go get a maple creemee this weekend, …
MONTPELIER — With the state allowing school districts to increase services in advance of full, in-person learning, Vermont's health commissioner said now's the time to get a flu shot. There …
MONTPELIER — Dr. Anthony Fauci, the U.S. government's highest-ranking infectious disease expert, remains impressed by Vermont's response to the COVID-19 pandemic — and optimistic that a safe, …
BELLOWS FALLS — Schools in the Windham Northeast Supervisory Union have had to change their health protocols involving students who ride the bus — screening them when they get to school …
MONTPELIER — At his Friday news conference, Gov. Phil Scott reminded Vermonters how Americans came together after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. "Our country desperately needs to …
UPDATE: Police reported at about 4 p.m. that Joyce Caron has been located and is safe. VERNON — The Vermont State Police is asking for the public's help in locating a missing woman. Joyce Caron, 79, a resident of Sacramento, California, who has been staying with family on Broad …
PUTNEY — With classes starting this week, Landmark College's leadership provided an update to the surrounding community regarding the school's approach to offering residential and online …
MONTPELIER — Even though the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention told governors last week to prepare for a "large-scale" distribution of a coronavirus vaccine by Nov. 1, Gov. Phil Scott …
MONTPELIER — Vermont Health Commissioner Dr. Mark Levine said Vermont would continue testing people who have been exposed to the coronavirus, even if they show no symptoms. Levine, during …
MONTPELIER — The state started delivering personal protective equipment to schools this week as they prepare to reopen soon. "This has been a significant partnership with the Vermont …
BRATTLEBORO — Brattleboro Little League opted to cancel the remainder of its regular season and the playoffs after learning on Aug. 13 that a player's mother had tested positive for COVID-19. …
MONTPELIER — Gov. Phil Scott wants to send a $150 debit card to every household in Vermont, with the requirement that they "buy local" at a Vermont business. Scott unveiled his "Buy Local" …
